6 Day New Mexico's Finest & Balloon Fiesta

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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center to learn about the history of the Pueblo people Tour Albuquerque's Old Town, built in the 1700s, the essence of old New Mexico Explore the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History to get an insight into the history of the Atomic Age Experience the largest hot air balloon festival in the world at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta In Santa Fe, visit the Palace of the Governors and New Mexico History Museum Visit Santuario de Chimayo, a major pilgrimage site dubbed the "Lourdes of America"

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    3 Albuquerque, 2 Santa Fe

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • North America

Attractions

  • Albuquerque

Trip includes

    • Round trip flights Denver-Albuquerque, Albuquerque-Denver Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 5 nights accommodations
    • 3 nights Albuquerque 2 nights Santa Fe Hotel taxes, fees & services charges Hotel porterage 7 meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Monday - Arrive in Albuquerque
Arrive in Albuquerque, with its modern museums, and diverse cultures. Transfer independently to the hotel. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM Overnight: Albuquerque

DAY 2, Tuesday - Albuquerque City Tour, Pueblo Cultural Center, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
Begin the day with a visit to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, where you're immersed into the history and accomplishments of the Pueblo people. Then, proceed to the Old Town, built in the 1700s, the essence of old New Mexico is dominant from the town's Pueblo-Spanish f...
DAY 3, Wednesday - Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
Wake up early this morning to begin your day at Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta. Experience the largest hot air balloon festival in the world. Watch hundreds of balloons take to the sky, in the most spectacular fashion. After, visit the Balloon Museum, dedicat...
DAY 4, Thursday - Santa Fe City Tour, Palace of the Governors, New Mexico History Museum
Today, depart Albuquerque and travel to Santa Fe via the historic Turquoise Trail. Once in Santa Fe, take a walking tour of the city. View Santa Fe Plaza and visit the Palace of the Governors, that chronicles the history of Santa Fe, and the region. Continue to the Gothi...
DAY 5, Friday - Pecos National Historical Park
Today, head to Pecos National Historical Park, surrounded by scenic woodlands of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Visit the ancient ruins of Pecos Pueblo. View cave dwellings and artifacts from the Ancestral Pueblo peoples and learn about their history and culture. Tonigh...
DAY 6, Saturday - Return Home
Early morning group departure from Santa Fe and drive to Albuquerque International Sunport for your departure flight back to your hometown city. Passengers returning to Albuquerque from Santa Fe on Day 6 should select flights that depart no earlier than 10 AM. Santa Fe is approximately a 1 hour drive from the Albuquerque International Sunport Meals: Breakfast

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Price per day$358
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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    • Not Included:Arrival transfer and gratuities.
Travel Insurance
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Age Requirements
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Additional Information
Additional Information: A group departure transfer from Santa Fe to Albuquerque International Sunport is included on Day 6. Passengers returning to Albuquerque from Santa Fe on Day 6 should select flights that depart no earlier than 9 AM. Santa Fe is approximately a 1 hour drive from the Albuquerque International Sunport.
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